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Westpac Young Technologist Kanu Agarwal studied a double degree in mathematics and computer science at QUT. She now works as an Associate Data Scientist at Westpac and is driven to encourage more women and girls to pursue careers in STEM.
Think maths. Think QUT.
QUT gives you powerful mathematical analysis tools with a real-world focus. When you graduate, you can use your new-found quantitative skills in a wide range of fields and really play an integral role in the world’s workplaces.
Think IT. Think QUT.
Our IT degree is well-recognised both locally and globally. We provide students with a unique educational experience, balancing practice and theory with industry-driven projects.
Maths at QUT
Study mathematics at QUT to be part of a high-performing group of students. Build your skills with advanced mathematical techniques, focus on solving real-world problems, and learn from internationally recognised maths academics and researchers.
Push beyond your limits
'I chose to study a double degree in maths and IT because I had an interest in mathematics, and did small programming projects for fun in high school. Throughout my degree, I have been involved in in various IT and maths projects which built my confidence, serving as proof that I am capable of learning on the job and can deliver value to a community. I recommend QUT to others because there will always be something meaningful for you here, not just academically. It is a good place to find like-minded people and to push beyond your limits.'
Mathematics and Information Technology double degree student
Think maths. Think QUT.
QUT gives you powerful mathematical analysis tools with a real-world focus. When you graduate, you can use your new-found quantitative skills in a wide range of fields and really play an integral role in the world’s workplaces.
Think IT. Think QUT.
Our IT degree is well-recognised both locally and globally. We provide students with a unique educational experience, balancing practice and theory with industry-driven projects.
Maths at QUT
Study mathematics at QUT to be part of a high-performing group of students. Build your skills with advanced mathematical techniques, focus on solving real-world problems, and learn from internationally recognised maths academics and researchers.
Highlights
- Combine an information technology specialisation with applied and computational mathematics, operations research, or statistics.
- Complete 2 separate degrees in 4 years full-time.
- Specialise in business process management, data warehousing, digital environments, enterprise systems, network systems, software engineering or web technologies.
- Study advanced calculus, linear algebra, vectors and matrices, computational mathematics, differential equations, operations research, data analysis and statistical modelling.
Highlights
- Combine an information technology specialisation with applied and computational mathematics, operations research, or statistics.
- Complete 2 separate degrees in 4 years full-time.
- Specialise in business process management, data warehousing, digital environments, enterprise systems, network systems, software engineering or web technologies.
- Study advanced calculus, linear algebra, vectors and matrices, computational mathematics, differential equations, operations research, data analysis and statistical modelling.
- This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). ACS accreditation is internationally recognised by the Seoul Accord.
Why choose this course?
Mathematics and information technology are interrelated disciplines. This double degree provides you with the knowledge and skills to develop solutions for complex problems that provide great benefits to society. In the first year you will build a foundation in mathematics and information technology and then select integrated strands combining units from the areas of applied and computational mathematics, operations research, or statistics with the combined information technology specialisation of your choice.
Explore this course
Future-proof your career with this double degree, seamlessly integrating mathematics and information technology. In the initial year, you'll delve into foundational concepts across both disciplines before choosing your specialised path.
Select from integrated strands spanning applied mathematics, computational mathematics, operations research, statistics, or financial mathematics. Paired with a Data Communications and Software Engineering major, this course will equip you with the tools to create and implement cutting-edge IT solutions across various industries.
Our hands-on approach, anchored in real-world projects, gives you a deep understanding of your chosen major, allowing you to explore diverse areas within these fields.
Future-proof your career with this double degree, seamlessly integrating mathematics and information technology. In the initial year, you'll delve into foundational concepts across both disciplines before choosing your specialised path.
Select from integrated strands spanning applied mathematics, computational mathematics, operations research, statistics, or financial mathematics. Paired with a Data Communications and Software Engineering major, this course will equip you with the tools to create and implement cutting-edge IT solutions across various industries.
Our hands-on approach, anchored in real-world projects, gives you a deep understanding of your chosen major, allowing you to explore diverse areas within these fields.
In this double degree program, you'll complete coursework from each of the two degrees with additional QUT You units. The Bachelor of Information Technology comprises core units and a major in either Computer Science or Information Systems. Meanwhile, the Bachelor of Mathematics program includes core units and a major in areas such as Applied and Computational Mathematics, Operations Research, or Statistics.
Financial support
You should consider applying for an industry-sponsored mathematics bursary or an information technology scholarship to help you financially throughout your studies.
Other study options
Careers and outcomes
Mathematics underpins much of information technology, especially in the more advanced areas of development and analysis. As a graduate you may find employment as a data visualisation specialist, operations research specialist, computational scientist, statistician (there is high demand in the insurance industry), or work in complex system and scientific modelling.
Professional recognition
Graduates may be eligible for membership in the Australian Mathematical Society (AMS), ANZIAM (Australia and New Zealand Industrial and Applied Mathematics, a division of AMS), the Australian Society for Operations Research Inc. (ASOR) and the Statistical Society of Australia, depending on unit selections. This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). ACS accreditation is internationally recognised by the Seoul Accord.
Possible careers
- Actuary
- Computer game programmer
- Data communications specialist
- Database manager
- Market research manager
- Mathematician
- Network administrator
- Network manager
- Programmer
- Quantitative analyst
- Software engineer
- Statistician
- Systems analyst
Students are required to complete 384 credit points comprised of 180 credit points from the Bachelor of Information Technology program and 180 credit points from the Bachelor of Mathematics program, and 24 credit points of QUT You.
Information Technology component:
- Information Technology core units – 96 credit points
- Information Technology major units – 84 credit points
Mathematics component:
- Mathematics core units – 84 credit points
- Mathematics major units – 96 credit points
QUT You – 24 credit points
Students are required to complete 384 credit points comprised of 180 credit points from the Bachelor of Information Technology program and 180 credit points from the Bachelor of Mathematics program, and 24 credit points of QUT You.
Information Technology component:
- Information Technology core units – 96 credit points
- Information Technology major units – 84 credit points
Mathematics component:
- Mathematics core units – 84 credit points
- Mathematics major units – 96 credit points
QUT You – 24 credit points
- ATAR/selection rank threshold
- 84.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2024.
Don't have a ATAR/selection rank?
- Course code
- SE30
- QTAC code
- 418552
- CRICOS code
- 059226F
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- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 4 years full-time
- 4 years full-time
- February
- February
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course, we assume you have sound knowledge of the subject/s listed below. If you don't have the subject knowledge, you can still apply for the course but we strongly encourage you to undertake bridging studies to gain the knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
- Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
Offer guarantee
If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 84.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Advanced standing
If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
More about deferring your offer
Adjustments to your ATAR/selection rank
Any adjustments you receive to your ATAR or selection rank will be applied to this course.
Find out if you’re eligible for an adjustment to your ATAR or selection rank
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2023
The figures listed in the tables below reflect the offers that were made to recent ATAR students. The entry thresholds box at the top of this page shows the lowest adjusted ATAR/selection rank required to receive an offer for all applicants for the most recent January QTAC offer round.
| Excluding adjustments | Including adjustments | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
99.10
|
Selection rank
99.95
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| Median ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
93.25
|
Selection rank
97.05
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| Lowest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
80.85
|
Selection rank
88.85
|
You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
Other admission options
If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).
I completed my studies outside of Australia
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this course.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
Assumed knowledge
- Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
You must have achieved this study at a level comparable to Australian Year 12 or in recognised post-secondary studies.
I completed secondary school in Australia
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course we assume you have sound knowledge in these areas:
- Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
- ATAR/selection rank
- 84.00
Offer guarantee
If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 84.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PTE Academic/PTE Academic Online | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| IELTS Academic / IELTS Online / IELTS One Skills Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| TOEFL iBT / Home / Paper | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: CSP fees available from September
2025 fees
2025: Available from July
2024 fees
2024: CSP $6,700 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $36,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
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